Colnago 45 – Luxury Private Speedboat Tours

The appeal here is freedom on the water: your own group, a private speedboat and a day built around some of the best-known sights near Hvar. You can swim and snorkel, or spend your time moving between islands and coves at a pace that suits your party.

I like two things in particular: the flexible private format and the practical comforts aboard, including a toilet, shower and refrigerator. The main consideration is cost: at $2,263.51 for up to 12 people, it makes most sense when you can share the fare, and cave tickets and lunch are extra.

Key points before you book

• A private boat for up to 12: The price is per group, so a full party brings the cost to about $188.63 per person.
• Four major stops: The route covers the Blue Cave, Vis, Stiniva Cove and the Pakleni Islands.
• Time to swim and snorkel: Gear is provided, and the schedule allots two hours around Vis and two around the Pakleni Islands.
• Useful onboard facilities: A toilet, shower and refrigerator make a long day on the water more comfortable.
• Plan for extra costs: Blue and Green Cave tickets and lunch are not included.

What the private speedboat format means for your day

This is a private tour with only your group aboard, rather than a seat on a shared boat. That distinction matters on a full day of island stops: you can shape the outing around your own company, and the tour is explicitly described as customizable. The precise choices you can make on the day are not specified, so ask the operator what can be adjusted before you book.

The boat is a Colnago 45 speedboat yacht, with a refrigerator, shower and restroom onboard. Those comforts are more than a luxury label. On a trip lasting four to eight hours, a toilet can save a detour, a shower is useful after a swim, and a refrigerator helps keep the ride more comfortable. Bottled water and snorkeling equipment are included.

The listed route allocates six hours across its four stops: one hour at the Blue Cave, two hours around Vis, one hour at Stiniva Cove and two hours at the Pakleni Islands. Since the overall tour duration is given as approximately four to eight hours, confirm how the day’s length and stop times will work for your chosen route. A private trip gives you more room to discuss priorities, but it does not mean every stop can be extended without affecting the rest of the plan.

The Blue Cave: a famous sight with an extra ticket

The Blue Cave is the opening stop, with about an hour set aside to visit. Its reputation makes it an obvious draw for many people heading out from Hvar, but the ticket is not included in the tour price. The information provided also says tickets for the Green Cave are excluded, though the Green Cave is not listed as a stop on this route. Ask which cave admissions apply to your chosen day and budget for them separately.

An hour gives the cave a defined place in the day, rather than letting it consume the whole outing. Still, the extra ticket cost is worth factoring in before you compare this trip with another boat tour. All fees and taxes for the tour are included, but that does not cover the cave tickets.

The cave visit is also weather-dependent in the broader sense that the tour itself requires good weather. If conditions are poor and the outing is canceled, you are offered a different date or a full refund. The information does not specify how cave access or its admission arrangements work on a particular day, so check with the operator if that stop is your main reason for booking.

Vis: two hours to make the route your own

The tour sets aside two hours around the island of Vis for beach hopping at your own pace. This is the most generous stretch of time on the itinerary, and it gives your group a chance to make the day less about ticking off a list and more about choosing how to spend time by the water. The exact beaches and order of stops are not named, so ask what the crew recommends when you discuss your plans.

Two hours is useful breathing room, though it is still only one part of a multi-stop trip. If your group wants long swims and plenty of time ashore, find out whether the schedule can be adjusted and what that would mean for the other stops. Customization is a stated feature, but the tour details do not promise any particular change.

Snorkeling gear is provided, which makes it easier to take advantage of time near the water without bringing your own equipment. There is no need to plan every minute in advance, but it helps to agree within your group on whether you prefer swimming, relaxing or moving on to the next location.

Stiniva Cove: a shorter pause at a striking stop

Stiniva Cove gets about an hour. It is described as a remarkable sight, and its position between the longer Vis and Pakleni Island stops makes it a natural change of pace. You can take in the setting and, depending on the day’s arrangements, make the most of your time near the water.

One hour is enough for a focused stop, but it is not a long beach visit. If lingering at one place matters more to you than seeing several locations, ask whether the crew can reshape the route. The private format makes that a sensible question, rather than an assumption to make after departure.

There is no admission charge listed for Stiniva Cove. That helps keep this stop simple to plan, though the tour’s overall price remains substantial unless divided among a larger group.

Pakleni Islands: the longest stretch for swimming

The final listed stop is the Pakleni Islands, with two hours for swimming, snorkeling and sunbathing. That gives you a second substantial window to enjoy the water after Vis, and it may be the part of the day that suits a group hoping for a relaxed finish rather than a rapid sequence of photo stops.

The itinerary describes beaches in the plural but does not name specific ones. You can ask the crew which spots suit the conditions and your group’s interests. The route is customizable, but there is no promise that you will visit a particular beach or that the stop can be lengthened.

With snorkeling equipment supplied, you can travel lighter. Bring your own swimwear and any personal sun protection you normally use; those items are not listed as included. Lunch is also not provided, so plan to bring food or ask what options are practical before the boat leaves.

What the price buys, and when it feels worthwhile

The group price is $2,263.51 for up to 12 people. At full capacity, that works out to about $188.63 per person. For a smaller party, the per-person cost rises quickly, so the value depends heavily on how many people are sharing the boat and how much you value privacy.

The fare includes private transportation, bottled water, snorkeling equipment, restroom access, and all fees and taxes other than the cave tickets. The boat also has a shower and refrigerator, which add comfort over several hours. Lunch and cave admissions are separate expenses, so include them in your comparison rather than treating the advertised group price as the full day’s cost.

For a family or group of friends, the private format can be worth paying for if you want to spend the day together and have some say in the route. It is less compelling if you are traveling solo or as a couple and mainly want the lowest-cost way to see the islands. The experience is recommended by all 28 people who have rated it, with a five-star average. Their praise centers on a friendly, welcoming crew, flexibility and feeling at ease aboard. Antonia and Dario are named as crew members who helped make one family’s day memorable, and the overall feedback also emphasizes the crew’s knowledge of Croatia.

The tour is commonly booked around 88 days ahead. That is a useful signal to plan early if your dates are fixed, especially for a private boat with limited capacity. Confirmation is received at booking, and you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes made inside that 24-hour window are not accepted, and late cancellations are not refunded.

Meeting in Hvar and preparing for the day

The tour starts at 10:00 am at Obala, Fabrika 27, 21450, Hvar, Croatia, and ends back at the same meeting point. It is offered in English, and the activity is private, so only your group takes part. The meeting point is near public transportation.

The outing requires good weather. If poor weather forces a cancellation, you can choose a different date or receive a full refund. Since the tour can last from roughly four to eight hours, check the expected schedule when you book, especially if you have plans later in the day.

Bring a plan for lunch and remember that cave tickets are extra. The listed inclusions cover water and snorkeling gear, but do not specify meals or other personal items. If you have a must-see stop or a preferred balance between beach time and sightseeing, tell the operator ahead of time and confirm what can be accommodated.

Who should book this Hvar boat tour?

This trip suits a group that wants to share a private boat, see several famous coastal stops and fit swimming into the day. Families and friends may particularly appreciate having the boat to themselves, onboard restroom facilities and a crew that has been praised for being friendly and attentive. The route also gives you more than one chance to get into the water.

It is a less obvious choice if you want a low-cost outing, prefer a fixed schedule with every admission included, or hope to spend most of the day at a single beach. The ticket price covers the private boat and listed inclusions, not lunch or cave admissions. Those additions can change your final spend.

I would book it if your group is large enough to share the cost and values flexibility, comfort and time on the water. Before paying, confirm the expected duration, which cave tickets you will need, and how much influence your group will have over the stops. If those details fit your plans, this is a strong way to connect Hvar with Vis, Stiniva Cove and the Pakleni Islands in one private outing.

FAQ

How much does the tour cost?

The price is $2,263.51 per group, with up to 12 people allowed.

How long is the tour?

It lasts approximately four to eight hours. The listed stop times add up to six hours.

What time and where does the tour start?

It starts at 10:00 am at Obala, Fabrika 27, 21450, Hvar, Croatia.

Which places are included in the route?

The listed stops are the Blue Cave, the island of Vis, Stiniva Cove and the Pakleni Islands.

Are snorkeling equipment and water included?

Yes. Bottled water and use of snorkeling equipment are included.

Are lunch and cave tickets included?

No. Lunch and tickets for the Blue and Green Cave are not included.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

You will be offered a different date or a full refund if the experience is canceled because of poor weather.